Garlic-Turmeric Stir-Fried Vegetables with Tofu

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring garlic, turmeric, and fresh vegetables with crispy tofu, designed to boost immunity and provide comfort during cold season. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp turmeric powder, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large julienned carrot. Stir-fry vegetables for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet, pour in 2 tbsp soy sauce and sprinkle 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving warm.

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